Offshoot Coffee

Sharbo Maro

Ethiopia
Peach, Lemon Sherbet, Frangipani
1902 masl

Origin Story

Peach, Lemon Sherbet, Frangipani
Country: Ethiopia
Region: Mokonisa, Wenago
Process: Washed
Variety: Kurume, 74110, Wolisho
Elevation: 1902 masl

At 80 years of age, Sharbo Maro is one of the most respected farmers in Mokonisa village, with a coffee story that spans generations. His 7 hectares of farmland are far larger than the average smallholding in Ethiopia, and his dedication has been passed on to his children, particularly his eldest son Daniel, who now works alongside him. Since 2015, Sharbo has focused entirely on washed coffees, refining his methods and reinvesting profits into better equipment, land, and farm maintenance.

About This Lot
This lot is a shining example of clean Ethiopian washed coffee. Hand-picked cherries were carefully sorted before pulping with a hand machine, then fermented under water for 48 hours with fresh water changes every 24 hours. After a brief soak, the parchment was shade-dried and then transferred to raised beds for 10 days, with protective covering during the hottest hours to ensure slow, even drying. The result is a coffee that preserves vibrancy and clarity, while delivering sweetness and structure in the cup.

Jabanto Producer Group
Sharbo is also a proud member of the Jabanto Producer Group, an organisation that supports smallholder farmers through agronomic training, quality control, and marketing. Promoting single-farmer lots is at the heart of Jabanto’s work, ensuring farmers like Sharbo are rewarded for exceptional quality. This model not only recognises farmers’ dedication but also motivates continued improvement year after year.
Sharbo Maro’s espresso lot is a celebration of tradition, family, and the future of Ethiopian coffee. It’s clean, sweet, and deeply expressive – an unforgettable cup from a farmer whose legacy is written in every harvest.